Metta World Peace started at SG against the Jazz on Monday, but only played 12 minutes and scored four points with one assist and one rebound.

He started with Jose Calderon (hamstring) out. MWP is basically just a placeholder in the first unit and he's not going to play more than a handful of minutes. Dec 6 - 1:20 AM

Metta World Peace will start in the backcourt alongside Brandon Ingram on Monday vs. the Jazz.

Jose Calderon (hamstring) is out 2-4 weeks, while D'Angelo Russell (knee) will be re-evaluated on Tuesday. MWP is basically in the starting five in order to keep Jordan Clarkson and Lou Williams with the second unit. Brandon Ingram will draw the start at point guard. Dec 5 - 10:29 PM

Depth Charts

D'Angelo Russell (knee) went through full-court non-contact work and 5-on-0 drills on Friday.

He is still out for Friday, but he has a chance for Sunday. Coach Luke Walton wants Russell to go through some "live and competitive" workouts with more cutting and fighting over screens, so Russell isn't cleared for games yet. He did say he's feeling good, so Russell has a good chance to play either Sunday or Monday. Red-hot Lou Williams may take a hit while the other guards also see a drop off.

Jose Calderon (right hamstring strain) is expected to be sidelined for 2-4 weeks.

An MRI confirmed the diagnosis as the bad luck continues to pile up on the Lakers. Marcelo Huertas could end up moving into the starting lineup until D'Angelo Russell (knee) is able to return, as coach Luke Walton prefers to keep Lou Williams and Jordan Clarkson with the second unit. Brandon Ingram should also have the ball in his hands a bit more moving forward.

Nick Young (calf) went through a full shootaround and remains out against the Suns on Friday.

He's on track to beat his timetable and could even play on Monday. Coach Luke Walton said he wants to see Young go through a competitive practice before he's cleared for games, so there is still another step for Uncle P. Upon his return, Luol Deng and some of the guards could take a small hit. Young is a borderline add in 12-team leagues.